Enterprise Architect Intern

Overview

We are designing the Grid of the future!

We are innovators by nature, for over 50 years, Electric Power Engineers, LLC (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe to focus on complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As an early leader in the renewables space, we continue to see significant opportunities to build a sustainable and secure Grid.  Join a team committed to making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can continue to create the “grid of the future”!

Responsibilities

Join us in leading the change! 

We are seeking a forward-thinking and innovative Enterprise Architect Intern to contribute to projects that define and enhance technology strategies for our clients. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in designing enterprise frameworks, analyzing systems, and supporting digital transformation initiatives. You will work alongside seasoned professionals to address complex IT challenges and create scalable, integrated, and forward-looking technology solutions that align with organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Develop enterprise architecture models, including current and future-state schematics, to guide technology investments.
• Support evaluation and selection of technologies and platforms based on strategic business needs and frameworks like TOGAF or Zachman.
• Collaborate on IT modernization, cloud adoption, and enterprise system integration initiatives.
• Analyze and document dependencies across applications, data, and infrastructure to ensure alignment with architectural principles.
• Conduct gap analyses between current and target architectures, recommending actionable steps to address deficiencies.
• Create detailed diagrams, reports, and presentations to communicate architectural concepts and project progress to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what's needed:  

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., CIM, TOGAF, Zachman) and principles of technology strategy and governance.
• Basic understanding of cloud computing, data management, and application integration concepts.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex systems and identify areas for optimization.
• Proficiency in visualization and documentation tools, such as Visio, Lucidchart, or similar.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset for working with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other project management applications.
• Previous internship or coursework in IT strategy, architecture, or consulting is a plus.

Location: This position will be in person in Champaign IL. Start date for this position is May 26th, 2025 and will conclude on August 15th, 2025. Position is 40 hours a week. 

Travel: Little to none

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

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